Seven Healthy Habits Resources

According to a recent study published in Pediatrics, a child is more likely to be overweight at a young age if his mother was overweight before she became pregnant.
Ohio State University researchers studied data from more than 3,000 children and... Read more

Most of us follow a set schedule during the weekdays. If you're like me, you know exactly what time you'll get up, go to the gym, shower, go to work, eat your meals, and hit the sack. But on the weekends? That schedule usually goes from naile... Read more

I know exercise is supposed to help me fight depression, but how can I find the motivation to work out when I'm depressed?
Depression definitely can make it hard to find the motivation for exercise (among other things) because loss of intere... Read more

What would you call people who can help keep the weight off, boost your confidence, and help make fitness fun? You might call them "miracle workers."
We call them Goal Buddies.
Most people make the mistake of going it alone. Somet... Read more

Good news!My mom liked last healthy meals i prepared n when she sees me insisting on not eating out of my way n i be upset when unhealthy stuff comes into the house,to make me happy she refuses them too:) I knew i will win.But still working on it!... Read more

It is habit. It's like the cigarette after dinner or after .... well, you get it. But, habits can be changed. As many suggest, try a lower calorie alternative. Or, go for a walk, pick up a book, find something else to do. Food shouldn't be a reward.... Read more

Healthy eating is hard enough when every significant person in your life is on board. If you're the only person you know who is trying to get to get fit, it's an additional roadblock for you to overcome. If you're newly in love and your significant o... Read more

If you're having a difficult time getting seven to eight hours a sleep a night, it's a good idea to talk with your healthcare provider about options for improving your quantity and quality of sleep. Some women find that making changes i... Read more

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